Thursday, 22 January 2026
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, promoting an 'America First' agenda and claiming that inflation has been defeated. His remarks, which included criticisms of European countries and a controversial reference to Greenland, raised concerns about the implications for transatlantic relations. The speech was met with silence from the audience, reflecting the contentious nature of his message.
Reports indicate that the Kremlin is recruiting young Africans to serve as suicide bombers in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This initiative is part of Russia's broader strategy to bolster its military efforts amid the war, which has seen significant international scrutiny and condemnation.
Israeli forces killed at least 11 Palestinians in Gaza on January 21, including three journalists who were struck by an airstrike while documenting a displacement camp, according to local health officials. The fatalities also included two 13-year-old boys and a woman, with the Israeli military stating that the strike targeted individuals operating a drone perceived as a threat. This incident marks one of the deadliest days since the ceasefire began in October, with over 470 Palestinians reported killed by Israeli fire since then.
The United States is set to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) this week, following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump shortly after he began his second term. The U.S. departure comes with an outstanding bill of approximately $278 million in unpaid assessed contributions from the past two years, along with several hundred million dollars in promised voluntary contributions for 2024 and 2025 that have not been delivered. WHO officials have indicated that they will review whether the U.S. has fulfilled its obligations before officially accepting the withdrawal.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized President Trump's approach to international relations, labeling it a 'rupture, not a transition' in the geopolitical landscape. In a separate address, Trump announced a framework agreement with NATO regarding Greenland, stating that he would not pursue military force or additional tariffs against European allies, while emphasizing the need for U.S. control over the territory to counter threats from Russia and China.
European leaders are contemplating the creation of an independent military force amid rising concerns over the reliability of U.S. defense commitments to Europe. The European Parliament has called for the activation of the EU mutual defense clause, signaling a shift towards greater military autonomy within the region.
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